Fatsia japonica (Japanese aralia)
A striking evergreen shrub that brings bold, tropical character to gardens with its large, glossy, hand shaped leaves that create dramatic foliage interest year round. In autumn, it produces unusual white flower clusters followed by decorative black berries, adding seasonal appeal. Thriving in shade and tolerant of coastal conditions, it excels as an architectural specimen for sheltered borders or urban gardens. The robust nature and resistance to pollution make it particularly suited for challenging spots where other plants might struggle. With its exotic appearance yet surprising hardiness, this versatile shrub adds lush, jungle style impact to any outdoor space.
Family of Trees: Araliaceae
Habit: Evergreen Shrub
Growth Rate: Moderate
Optimal Temperature: 15-25°C, hardy to -10°C
Harmful if Eaten?: Mildly toxic if ingested
Flowers or Berries: White Globe-shaped Flowers, Black Berries
Hardiness: H4 (Hardy)
Hardiness ratings
All ratings refer to the UK growing conditions unless otherwise stated. Minimum temperature ranges (in degrees C) are shown in brackets
- ○ H1a: under glass all year (>15C)
- ○ H1b: can be grown outside in the summer (10 - 15)
- ○ H1c: can be grown outside in the summer (5 - 10)
- ○ H2: tolerant of low temperatures, but not surviving being frozen (1 to 5)
- ○ H3: hardy in coastal and relatively mild parts of the UK (-5 to 1)
- ○ H4: hardy through most of the UK (-10 to -5)
- ○ H5: hardy in most places throughout the UK even in severe winters (-15 to -10)
- ○ H6: hardy in all of UK and northern Europe (-20 to -15)
- ○ H7: hardy in the severest European continental climates (< -20)
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